How To Send Large Files on Discord Without Nitro?

Have you ever faced difficulty while trying to share a large file on Discord and encountered the frustrating 8MB limit? You're not alone in this situation. Many of us have found ourselves scratching our heads, wondering how to overcome this without having to pay for Discord Nitro. But don't worry, I have some clever tricks that can help you send large files on Discord without needing Nitro.

In this article, I'll guide you through a few smart methods to easily share your big files. I have explored various workarounds, such as compressing files and utilizing cloud services, so that you don't have to. Just stick around, and soon enough, you'll be able to share those large files hassle-free, all while keeping your wallet happy.

Ways to Send Large Files on Discord without Nitro

Method 1: Uploading to Imgur

When you want to share images or gifs that are too big for Discord, you can use Imgur. It's a great platform that I've personally found to be reliable for quickly sharing pictures and videos with my Discord community. With Imgur, you can upload your files and easily share them using a simple link. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Visiting Imgur's website

Step 2: Uploading the desired file

Step 3: Obtaining a shareable link once the upload is complete

With Imgur's generous upload limits, you can easily share high-quality images that anyone with the link can access instantly. The best part is, Imgur's images never expire, so you can be confident that they will be available for a long time. I have expertise in using Imgur and can help you make the most out of its features!

Method 2: Compressing the Video File with Handbrake

When it comes to sharing videos, Handbrake is the tool I recommend for compressing your video files. It's an open-source video transcoder that can efficiently reduce the size of your videos while still maintaining a good level of quality. Here's what you need to do when using Handbrake:

Step 1: Download and install Handbrake from its official site

Step 2: Open the video file in Handbrake

Step 3: Select a preset that suits my desired output

Step 4: Adjust the quality and bitrate settings if needed

Step 5: Start the encoding process

Once compressed, the video file often falls below the 8MB limit, making it ready for direct upload to Discord. It's important to balance the compression to avoid significant quality loss.

Method 3: Uploading the File to a Google Drive

When you have files that cannot be made smaller or when it's really important to maintain the best quality, you can choose to use Google Drive. It gives you 15GB of storage space for free, and you can get more if you need it. Here's how I usually handle this:

Step 1: Sign in to Google Drive with my Google account

Step 2: Click on the “+ New” button to upload my large file

Step 3: After the upload, Select the Video and click the three dots, select “Share”.

Step 4: Set the file's sharing settings to “Anyone with the link” for easy access

Once you have the link, you can share it in the right Discord channel. Your recipients will be able to view or download the file from Google Drive without any limits on file size.

Alternative Methods for Sharing Large Files

Using File Sharing Websites

File sharing websites like WeTransfer and SendSpace are great options for sending large files. These platforms are designed to handle big files that email providers and Discord may struggle with. For example, WeTransfer allows you to transfer files up to 2GB for free. It's really easy to use—I just upload the file, enter the email addresses of the recipients, and click ‘Send'. The recipients will receive a download link directly in their email inbox.

Sending Files via Email

Even if people commonly believe that email cannot handle large files, services like Gmail have improved by integrating with Google Drive. As a Gmail user, you can now send files up to 25MB in size. If the file is larger, it will be automatically uploaded to Google Drive and a shareable link will be inserted into the email. I have personally used this feature to send files up to 10GB, and it works seamlessly. The recipient doesn't need to download any additional apps; they can simply access the link right from their inbox.

Uploading Files to a File Hosting Service

Services like Dropbox are great for storing and sharing large files. Dropbox has a free plan that gives you 2GB of storage. You can upload your files and share them easily using a link. The best part is that the person you're sharing with doesn't even need a Dropbox account to download the file. They can simply use the link you provide. Box offers similar functionality and is particularly useful for businesses that often work together on big projects. They have additional features that make collaboration easier.

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